Self-Care Tips after De Quervains Tenosynovitis Treatment

De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis is a medical condition that affects the muscles under your wrist. It happens when the two muscles around the base of your thumb get inflamed. The inflammation causes the covering of the muscles to become swollen. This puts stress on nearby nerves, causing pain and numbness. De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis treatment focuses on reducing pain and swelling.  

This treatment is highly effective—you can boost the chances of soon recovery by following these instructions and care tips:

·        Keep the affected arm immobile and rise whenever possible for the first 2 to 3 days. While sitting or lying, prop up the hand and wrist on a pillow.

·        Use ice therapy every 1 or 2 hours during the day for the first three days. These sessions should not last more than 10 to 15 minutes.

·        Avoid using the hand for activities that put a strain on the treated part for 1 to 2 weeks, like lifting heavy things, typing, doing household tasks, or cooking. Wear a hand and wrist splint for the first two weeks.

·         The De Quervain’s Wand is a proven quick and inexpensive solution for this disease, easily being used at home. De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis treatment effectively restores the movement of your thumb and even delays or eliminates the need for surgery.